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A program for Christ-followers who want to participate more effectively in God’s work both at home and to the ends of the earth.

Global Missions Podcast


    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 231 EPISODES

    4.9 from 48 ratings Listeners of Global Missions Podcast that love the show mention: practical, great content, global missions.


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    The Global Missions Podcast is an incredible resource for anyone interested in global missions and living out their calling to spread the gospel to unreached parts of the world. I stumbled upon this podcast when a guest shared an episode in a missions Facebook group, and I am so glad I did. This podcast has become one of my favorites, and I have recommended it to others because it provides valuable insights and learning opportunities in every episode.

    One of the best aspects of The Global Missions Podcast is the wide range of guests that are featured on the show. They come from different parts of the world and diverse backgrounds, which is rare and important for gaining a comprehensive understanding of global missions. The focus on Jesus, the Bible, and prayer throughout each episode ensures that the discussions stay centered on what truly matters - making Christ known to those who have yet to hear His name. This podcast not only encourages and challenges listeners but also equips them with practical knowledge for cross-cultural ministry.

    While there are many positives about this podcast, one potential downside is that it can be somewhat biased towards North American perspectives. However, this does not diminish the value of the content provided. The conversations and interviews still offer insights that are applicable globally, even if some topics may be more relevant or familiar to a North American audience.

    In conclusion, The Global Missions Podcast is a valuable resource for anyone involved in global missions or those interested in learning more about it. Whether you are a pastor, missionary, supporter, or simply someone curious about cross-cultural ministry, this podcast offers informative and inspirational content that will deepen your understanding and passion for spreading the gospel worldwide. The hosts do an excellent job in providing high-quality material across a variety of subjects within missions, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking to engage in global missions effectively.



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    Latest episodes from Global Missions Podcast

    232: Developing Vision for Short Term Trips with Teens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 35:18


    In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and opportunities of involving teenagers in short-term missions with Tristan Kruse, who's spent years walking with youth in this space. From planning and preparation to ethics and discipleship, you'll hear thoughtful insights on how the Church can steward these experiences well for the good of the teens and the global Church alike. [et_social_share]

    231 : The Heart of Short Term Missions for Long Term Impact – Clint Archer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 33:59


    This is the first episode in our special mini-series on short-term missions, featuring pastor and author Clint Archer. He shares a thoughtful strategy to making short-term trips as fruitful as possible—for both goers and hosting mission workers. Whether you're preparing to serve or sending a team, this conversation lays a strong foundation for long-term impact. [et_social_share]

    230: Finding Freedom and Realism for Measuring Success in Missions – Amy Young – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 42:00


    In today's conversation, we hope you find a healthy amount of freedom and realism as we approach the topic of measuring success in missions. Amy shares why it is important that before considering tangible metrics, we consider the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives. This concept has valuable implications for both the Goers and the Senders. We hope you will listen and be encouraged! [et_social_share]

    229: Helping Missionaries Flourish and Remain on the Field – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 47:52


    Today, our guest Brian Gibbison shares about how to help missionaries flourish and remain on the mission field. He explains that this can be done by having a biblical basis for missions, understanding the church's identity and role in missions, understanding the three stages of sending, building a care team, and providing a supply line. Listen to today's episode to learn what these five steps mean and how you can put them into action! [et_social_share]

    228: What is the Primary Motivation for Missions?– Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 54:15


    In this episode, Dr. Matt Bennett discusses the primary motivation for missions. He shares the dangers of neglecting our primary motivation and suggests ways that our motivation can affect the practical aspects of missions work. [et_social_share]

    227: How to Conduct a Short-Term Mission Audit – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 34:38


    In today's conversation, Kathy Mort shares how churches can perform an audit of their short-term missions program. She explains the reasons such an audit could be beneficial. [et_social_share]

    226: Building Resilience for the Missionary Task – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 55:57


    In this conversation, we hear from Dick who shares about why resilience is so important for the missionary task. He also describes where resilience comes from and how it can be built. Dick also shares how supporters of mission workers can help to encourage and foster their resilience. [et_social_share]

    225: Ministering from the Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 42:36


    Our conversation with Kyle Farran focuses on caring for missionaries by helping them serve from the heart. Kyle shares practical tips like using evaluation tools before sending missionaries overseas, providing ongoing coaching calls, and encouraging rest. For both missionaries and their supporters, Kyle offers insights on developing an overflow of holiness, humility and faith through prioritizing one's relationship with Christ. [et_social_share]

    224: How Missions Committees Can Work Well Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 37:01


    Sharon Hoover shares three key ideas to help missions committees work well together. Sharon's insights from her book "Mapping Church Missions: A Compass for Ministry Strategy" will empower your church's mission efforts. [et_social_share]

    223: Building Healthy Cross-Cultural Church Partnerships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 30:23


    John Yoder shares about how church leaders can help create healthy cross-cultural church partnerships. He highlights the significance of casting a compelling vision, building genuine relationships, and initiating manageable initiatives. [et_social_share]

    222: Essentials to a Meaningful Partnership between Church and Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 41:29


    Ryan Martin returns to the podcast to share four essential elements of healthy and effective collaboration between a church and a missions agency. Ryan emphasizes the importance of clear communication, understanding a church's role and capacity, coordinating advocacy teams, and clarifying post-field expectations. [et_social_share]

    221: From Failed Expectations to Enduring Hope: A Journey in Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 44:17


    Peter Greer addresses the reality of disillusionment in missions work and provides insights about how mission workers and believers can sustain a lifetime of service for the Lord. Peter cautions about succumbing to cynicism, and encourages us to find enduring hope amid challenges. [et_social_share]

    220: Building the Churches' Awareness of Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 34:27


    In this episode, Rich Noble, founder and director of the Center for Missional Engagement, shares with us ways for the Church to build awareness of Missions. With Rich, we go back to the basic but foundational ways, that members of a church of any size can utilize to start thinking about missions. [et_social_share]

    219: 5 Practical Ideas to Strengthen Your Global Missions Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 39:48


    Marvin Newell, ambassador at Large of Mission Nexus, shares with us five practical ways for the church to strengthen its global Missions programs. Regardless of church size, or leadership type, there is something here for everyone to take away from! [et_social_share]

    218: Caring for Third Culture Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 31:55


    Lauren Wells, founder of TCK Training, talks to us about three ways to support and care for missionary children as they, along with their parents, experience the uncertainty of leaving their home culture behind and acclimating to a new field. Together, through this conversation, we see an opportunity for hope and care as we approach the topic of care in our missionary kids.

    217: Attracting new capacity for your Missions Committee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 33:47


    Ellen Livingood, founder of Catalyst Services, elaborates on three ways out of her seven to attract new members into missions committee roles in our churches. As churches look to engage more members, this episode explores helpful ways to know what gets people excited about the work of God and how to find that balance between vision and task. [et_social_share]

    216: Supporting Parents of Missionaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 35:25


    Inspired by her oldest son's sending, today's episode highlights Tori Haverkamp's journey as the mother of a missionary. She shares the emotional turmoil of a sender as she found ways to embrace this transition. This episode explores ways to better prepare as the family of a goer and tangible ways a church can surround them with love and support. [et_social_share]

    215: Supporting our mission workers during re-entry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 35:25


    Today's episode explores how we can support our missions workers as they return to their culture of origin. As a returning missionary himself, Bradley Bell shares with us his experience coming home, the challenges he faced, and how we as a community at home can receive our mission workers in an intentional, loving way. [et_social_share]

    214: How Small Churches Can Make a Big Impact in Global Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 38:20


    In this episode, we discuss the impact that small churches can make in global missions. Tim Hood shares about the strengths that small churches can bring to Sending. He also addresses the challenges and barriers that small churches may experience and offers practical suggestions these churches can apply. [et_social_share]

    213: New Funding Models for Global Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 29:13


    In today's conversation, Tim Welch shares what the Bible says about funding for missions. He challenges us to think beyond the traditional method of fundraising and provides examples of how believers in the majority world are supporting missions work. This episode provides ideas and suggestions for funding that go beyond the traditional method.

    212: 7 Practical Ways Churches Can Care for Missionaries – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 39:51


    In this episode, Tracy shares many practical suggestions of how churches can care for their missionaries. Tracy gives ideas along with detailed explanations of how her church has applied the opportunities and principles discussed in today's episode. [et_social_share]

    211: The High Value of Prayer in Missions Mobilization – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 33:22


    In this conversation, Khevna Dave discusses the important part that prayer plays in the mobilization process. We'll hear how prayer is a powerful way to enhance our learning, connect with believers, and multiply leaders. This conversation provides suggestions of ways to make prayer a priority personally and in our churches. [et_social_share]

    210: 4 Ways to Increase Your Missional Intelligence – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 38:01


    Author Jeannie Marie helps us understand what Missional Intelligence (MQ) is and how it can help us improve our service both as GOers and SENDers. She shares how we can increase our Missional Intelligence through 4 personal, practical, and Spirit-empowered ways. [et_social_share]

    209: Key Lessons the Church can Learn from Persecuted Believers – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 43:36


    In this informative, inspiring, and challenging episode, Nik shares about the conversations he has had with believers in persecution. Nik shares many insightful thoughts and lessons that can encourage our faith and apply to our lives. [et_social_share]

    208: Strategies for Mobilizing Gen Z

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 43:38


    In this conversation, Jolene helps us understand some characteristics of Gen Z, the opportunities the church has to disciple these individuals, and some practical strategies for mobilizing this generation. Whether you are a missions mobilizer, a missions committee member, or a church member who cares for a person in Gen Z, you won't want to miss this episode!

    207: Developing Resilience as Goers and Senders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 34:42


    In this conversation, Ken shares four key ideas about resilience. We explore the need for resilience in cross-cultural workers, one of the ways God develops resilience, the role of community as we face situations requiring resilience, and other helpful considerations. Ken takes time to make suggestions for both Goers and Senders in light of this important topic.

    206: Foundations for the Global Church

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 41:49


    In this conversation, Justin shares about the nature of God and the nature of the gospel as it relates to the global church. Justin also gives an overview of the current status of the global church. He shares both the challenges and opportunities that these trends present and he shares some implications that these topics have on the church in North America. [et_social_share]

    205: The Value of Weakness in Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 43:30


    In this episode, Nathan shares about the value of weakness in missions. He explains why missionaries should have the posture of a learner, what the renewal missions concept means, and how God uses suffering. Nathan also addresses the Senders, sharing what they should know about weakness in missions. [et_social_share]

    204: Finding Your Part in God's Story – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 24:22


    In today's discussion, Steve Addison shares insights about God's redemptive plan as found through all of scripture. He encouragers believers that they have a part in God's story- an important role to make disciples. This episode explores the beauty of scripture and presents personal challenges. [et_social_share]

    203: How Local Churches Can Care for Missionaries at Every Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 44:27


    In this conversation, Ryan shares components of member care for churches to be involved in. He discusses what member care can look like during the pre-field, on-field, and post-field stages of a missionary's life. This episode will help you spark ideas and take practical steps to caring well for those your church has sent. [et_social_share]

    202: Finding Freedom and Realism for Measuring Success in Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 41:14


    In today's conversation, we hope you find a healthy amount of freedom and realism as we approach the topic of measuring success in missions. Amy shares why it is important that before considering tangible metrics, we consider the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives. This concept has valuable implications for both the Goers and the Senders. We hope you will listen and be encouraged! [et_social_share]

    201: 3 Essential Aspects of Missionary Preparation – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 37:42


    Today's episode focuses on the necessary stages of training and preparation of missionaries. Laney discusses the importance of preparation before serving on the mission field and describes the value that can come through three unique types of training. [et_social_share]

    200: Parenting with a Global Vision

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 31:20


    In this conversation, we turn our attention to the youngest members of our congregation. Carissa shares ideas for parenting with a global vision and describes the impact this could have on local churches and global missions. Carissa also speaks to church leaders and missions committee members about ways they can encourage and equip parents with a global vision. [et_social_share]

    199: How to Conduct a Short-Term Mission Audit

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 32:47


    In today's conversation, Kathy Mort shares how churches can perform an audit of their short-term missions program. She explains the reasons such an audit could be beneficial. [et_social_share]

    198: Why is Theological Education So Important for Missionaries?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 42:23


    In today's conversation, we discuss the importance of theological education for missionaries, and a variety of ways such training can be accomplished. Dennis describes what theological education is, the key elements of effective theological training, and ways to overcome potential barriers to studying theology. [et_social_share]

    197: Building Resilience for the Missionary Task

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 54:05


    In this conversation, we hear from Dick who shares about why resilience is so important for the missionary task. He also describes where resilience comes from and how it can be built. Dick also shares how supporters of mission workers can help to encourage and foster their resilience. [et_social_share]

    196: Reframing Our Role as Outsiders in Global Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 31:50


    In this conversation, Craig explains what it means to be an Outsider and why this is a crucial role in the Great Commission. Craig shares some reasons why fewer young people are engaging in missions work and suggests that we need to reframe the way we talk about missions. [et_social_share]

    195: Honoring and Supporting Single Missionaries – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 39:18


    In today's episode, we will uncover a biblical perspective of singleness and it's application for missions and the church. This discussion walks us through the redemptive biblical narrative to show God's purposes in singleness, marriage, and the church. Barry reminds us that the church is the spiritual family and suggests some ways that believers can support single missionaries. [et_social_share]

    194: Infusing All Vocations with Missional Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 45:45


    In this episode, Larry Sharp shares about the importance of both "Professional Missionaries" and "Missional Professionals." He explains why and how every vocation can be pursued with missional purpose. Larry offers advice and encouragement to those with any career about how they can use their position for kingdom advancement. [et_social_share]

    193: Unpacking Common Myths about Global Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 41:11


    In this episode, Steve Richardson discusses three common myths about global missions. He provides insights that give a more complete perspective on these common misconceptions about missions: Western missionaries are obsolete, missions is harmful, and missions is failing. Steve gives a realistic, wise, and encouraging picture of God's work through global missions.

    192: How to Talk to Missionaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 39:08


    In this episode, Jonathan Trotter shares ideas about good questions to ask and conversations to have with missionaries. His suggestions are illustrated in a particular Bible passage which you will hear about as you listen to this episode.

    191: Lessons from Chinese House Churches

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 38:38


    In this episode, Hannah Nation shares about the faith she has observed in the Chinese Church and shares lessons we can take from their example. This conversation is an opportunity to hear stories of God at work around the world and to learn from fellow believers around the world. We believe you will find this episode to be both challenging and encouraging.

    190: Sabbath Rest: A Gift for God's Servants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 49:07


    In this conversation, Lisette describes the importance of Sabbath rest. She explains some of the challenges that missionaries may need to overcome in order to truly rest. You will also learn from Lisette's wisdom and experience some practical ways that churches can encourage and help those they have sent to rest well. [et_social_share]

    189: What Kind of Global Goer are You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 35:49


    In this conversation, Jeannie Marie introduces us to five Goer personality types. You will learn about each one of them and see which one describes you. Jeannie offers words of encouragement and advice to each Goer type that will not only help you, but also those who you are mobilizing. [et_social_share]

    188: What is the Primary Motivation for Missions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 52:19


    In this episode, Dr. Matt Bennett discusses the primary motivation for missions. He shares the dangers of neglecting our primary motivation and suggests ways that our motivation can affect the practical aspects of missions work. [et_social_share]

    187: Helping Missionaries Flourish and Remain on the Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 45:51


    Today, our guest Brian Gibson shares about how to help missionaries flourish and remain on the mission field. He explains that this can be done by having a biblical basis for missions, understanding the church's identity and role in missions, understanding the three stages of sending, building a care team, and providing a supply line. Listen to today's episode to learn what these five steps mean and how you can put them into action! [et_social_share]

    186: Developing a Biblical Theology of Risk – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 37:50


    Sharing the gospel with unreached people groups can involve significant risk for cross-cultural workers. Anna Hampton, author of “Facing Danger: A Guide Through Risk” presents some ideas that can help both Goers and Senders develop a Biblical theology of risk. [et_social_share]

    185: Missions Foundations: Spiritual Equipping for Fruitful Ministry – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 40:02


    Ryan Shaw of Global Mission Mobilization Initiative (GMMI) helps us understand the importance of being spiritually equipped for mission! Ryan identifies principles that workers can apply to help them walk in close step with Christ and have a vibrant spiritual life as they minister cross-culturally. [et_social_share]

    184: Business as Mission: A Powerful Strategy to Engage the Unreached – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 45:30


    Mats Tunehag shares a glimpse into how God is using businesspeople to make a tremendous kingdom impact! Mats encourages the body of Christ to equip, invigorate, and strengthen businesspeople so they can serve God and others through business. Mats describes Business as Mission as a concept, practice, and a global movement. He suggests 3 practical steps your church can take to participate in Business as Mission today. [et_social_share]

    183: Creative Missions Events to Mobilize Your Church – Encore Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 36:17


    Are missions conferences a thing of the past? Doug Christgau certainly doesn't think so! Doug describes how mission events - when done well - can be a powerful tool in mobilizing your church for missions. He suggests creative ideas to help you plan inspiring events for your congregation. [et_social_share]

    182: Healthy Partnerships with Local Churches on the Mission Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 57:35


    In this episode, Jaime Saint of ITEC shares how Western churches can be a part of training and equipping indigenous churches in the non-western world. Jaime shares five principles for doing this well and why it matters for the Great Commission. [et_social_share]

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